Hazard Opens Up About Chelsea Future

Eden Hazard has made bright start to the new season with Real Madrid interested

After being linked with a move to Real  Madrid in the summer, Chelsea star Eden Hazard has not been shy in expressing his interest of wearing the famous white of the Spanish giants.

He is yet to sign a new contract with Chelsea and with his current deal set to run out by 2020, all indications seem to point towards a move for the Belgian next summer.

However, it appears that the 27 year-old is still undecided about where he will be playing come the beginning of next season.

Speaking to Belgian broadcaster, Sporza, Hazard said that at the moment he hasn't made a decision about where he will be playing next season and at the moment his focus remains on playing for Chelsea.

"I only think about Chelsea now," said Hazard.

"The competition lasts seven or eight months, after that, I’ll see what happens."

Chelsea currently sit third on the log, four points behind leaders Manchester City. 

At the moment the Blues have been playing free flowing football and Hazard is evidently happy with new manager Maurizio Sarri's philosophy.

"The coach has the same football philosophy as I," said Hazard.

"He always thinks about the ball. How we as players think about football, that is also his way of thinking."

"If you see how Napoli play, it’s thanks to Maurizio Sarri, his style is now reflected in Chelsea, he also has players who fit into the system."

"So yes, we’re very happy, we play football well."

Hazard will once again be called on to deliver a big performance as Chelsea make a visit to fourth placed Tottenham who sit just a point behind Chelsea when the league resumes next weekend.

Paul Pogba Refutes Juventus Links "Feels At Home" With Man United

 Star midfielder says rejoining Manchester United feels like "coming back home"

Manchester United have had a rocky start to the season where after 12 games the Red Devils are currently 12 points behind city rivals and log leaders Manchester City.

Even with that there have been a number of talking points about the club recently in the media with one of the biggest being Paul Pogba's relationship with Jose Mourinho.

The pair have reportedly had differences in opinion especially over the last few weeks as Pogba has been critical of the way the team plays, and Mourinho stripped him of the position of vice-captain which led to a reported bust up in training.

This fuelled reports that Pogba was looking for a move away from Old Trafford. It came as no surprise throughout most of the summer window Pogba was linked with Barcelona.

In recent weeks Juventus were said to be interested in signing their former star player, but the French midfielder came out to put an end to rumours he wants to leave Manchester United.

Pogba spoke about how happy he was when he made his move back to United in 2016 and described it as "coming back home".

"When I came back to United, it was the best feeling ever," Pogba told Inside United. "I came back home."

Pogba initially joined the Red Devils in 2009 playing for Manchester United's academy, but had to move to Juventus in order to establish himself as opportunities were limited at the Red Devils. United brought him back to Old Trafford with for a club record £ 89 million transfer fee two seasons ago.

"I always dreamed of playing for United, to have many games and score goals. Nothing had really changed, except for maybe the team and the manager, but the rest of the club was the same.

"I just came back home, it was like I didn't really leave -- I just went on holiday. It was a great feeling to come back home."

Signed as the player to restore United to their former glory, Pogba hasn't quite shown the form that once saw him help Italian giants Juventus to consecutive league titles and a Champions League final.

However, he's shown some glimpses of brilliance as United have made a number of comebacks with the Frenchman driving the Red Devils forward.

He's currently out through injury and missed Sunday's defeat in the Manchester derby.

The True Test of Emery's Arsenal Awaits After Break

Unai Emery has been bringing back some of that old magic at the Emirates but Arsenal are yet to pass their greatest test

After a disastrous 2017/18 season where Arsenal made their worst ever finish under Arsene Wenger, expectations weren't all that high for the Gunners as they were expected to struggle under a new manager who would be tested against rivals with a wealth of experience with at least three or more seasons with their respective teams.

At the start of the season it looked to be the case as Arsenal lost their opening two fixtures of the season. 

However, since then, under Unai Emery, the Gunners went on an unprecedented winning run.

Arsenal won 11 successive matches in all competitions and despite that winning run ending at Crystal Palace, Arsenal are undefeated in 16 matches in all competitions.

However, Emery's men have won just one of their last four matches and given they've drawn three successive games against Wolves, Sporting and Liverpool Arsenal need to step their game up when the league resumes after the international break.

Arsenal are only three points off North London rivals Tottenham, who face Chelsea when the league resumes the following week, and take on Bournemouth with a chance to close the gap on their local rivals.

What follows, will be two season defining matches when they take on Tottenham and Manchester United in back-to-back matches.

Arsenal have been poor against the teams around them in past seasons which has subsequently meant the difference between winning the league and playing in the Champions League. With their fall from grace over the last two seasons, there is no doubt as to what will be Arsenal's biggest stumbling block to once again sit at the table among Europe's elite.

Arsenal's record against the top six sides has been torrid and going back to their performances over the last two seasons up until now, the Gunners have won only 3 matches out of 23 against the league's big hitters.

One positive heading into their matches against Spurs and United though is that they're not exactly facing the cream of the crop when it comes to the teams in the big six.

Spurs despite making a strong start to the season, haven't been without their flaws as they've been digging out results often edging matches with one goal margin victories.

Manchester United on the other hand, are still yet to find their best form and currently sit eighth after their defeat to champions Manchester City last Sunday.

Picking up points or winning both matches will go a long way in Arsenal regaining a place in the top four again, but in the case of both matches they could also prove to be the day where Arsenal are finally found out.

No Doubt About Dembele's Future At Barcelona

Despite being criticized in the news recently, Ousmane Dembele's agent insists the Frenchman won't be leaving Barcelona any time soon

Last Friday Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele made the news with reports that the 21 year-old went AWOL after missing practice and the club was unable to get into contact with him for two hours.

It was later clarified that Dembele had been suffering from an illness, but this hasn't put an end to rumours about the Frenchman being unsettled after reports that senior team players at Barcelona had grown frustrated with Dembele.

According to reports in Spain, the world cup winner has been having off field issues with Dembele reportedly showing up late for practice which has led to rumours of a possible exit from the Nou Camp for the Frenchman.

However, according to his agent, Moussa Sissoko there should be no doubts about his future with the Catalans.

"There is no doubt about his future, at all, Ousmane continues to work, he is in a big club and Valverde loves him, and he is also in the national team and Deschamps continues to trust him,"

"If he is with France today it is because he deserves it, I also spoke with Eric Abidal and he told me that he is very happy with him, that he is training very well."

"It is true that Ousmane was sick" Sissoko said. ‘He had not slept all night, he was very tired."

Sissoko also went on to address last week's events by going into detail what he believes happened.

"He missed the morning training and what the club has blamed us is that he did not warn a little before that a doctor can see his mismanagement at home. He did it a little late. 

"But he was sick, the club confirmed he had a [gastrointestinal illness], he missed the training because of that. And I am surprised that we also make controversy when he is sick."

Red Devils Legend Praises Man City, Believes They Are Unbeatable

Man United legend Paul Scholes has been singing Man City's praises

Leading up to this week's international break defending Premier League champions Manchester City currently sit top of the log following a 3-1 win over local rivals Manchester United.

The Cityzens are currently unbeaten and even though they lead Liverpool, who are also unbeaten, by two points there is a sense that City will have too much for Jurgen Klopp's team.

City have won 10 of their opening games only dropping points against league new comers Wolves and Liverpool, but in the time since then they've looked incredible.

The English champions have been so impressive that even former Manchester United players have been singing their praises. Speaking on the Gary Neville Podcast former Red Devils defender Gary Neville believes that although he expects Liverpool to challenge City for the title, he sees the title race as a foregone conclusion with the Cityzens finishing as league champions.

Another Manchester United player and legend, Paul Scholes, took it a step further saying that he sees the defending champions seeing out the season undefeated.

“The more you look at the City team, I don't see where they're going to get beat," Scholes said.

The United legend also agrees with Neville on Liverpool being the main opposition, but sees City having too many things going for them to be caught.

"I think Liverpool will probably be the closest, but I just think they [City] are that good, they are in control."

Ilkay Gundogan came off the bench to put the game beyond United's reach and Scholes alluded to the champions strength in depth as another reason we could see Pep Guardiola's men even surpass Arsenal's 2004 Premier League winning side, the 'Invincibles'.

"You look at the bench as well today. Jesus, not brought on, a brilliant centre-forward, Gundogan, they bring on, scores a goal. They've just got quality in every position.

"I think if they are at it every game, they won't lose a game."

Gary Neville: The Only Team That Can Stop Man City

Man City have been in scintillating form since last season which raises the question: is there anyone capable of stopping them?

Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City went back to the top of the league with a comprehensive 3-1 win over Manchester United in last night's Manchester derby and at the moment look on course to repeat their title winning feats from last season.

In winning last night City looked streets ahead of Jose Mourinho's Red Devils and its becoming clearer that City are starting to peak at the right time and heading into the Christmas period, City could go on to produce another terrific run which could see them runaway with title once again.

City do indeed look unstoppable, however, former Manchester United defender and Premier League winner Gary Neville believes only one team has what it takes to reel in the defending champions.

Speaking on the Gary Neville Podcast the United legend discussed the dominance the Cityzens have had on the league and how the title race may go.

"Winning one league is an achievement, winning back-to-back titles makes you a great team and Man City are on the brink of that.”

No team has managed to win successive league titles since Alex Ferguson guided Manchester United to three consecutive title victories between 2006 and 2009.

“At this moment in time, I only feel like Liverpool can stop them.I think Chelsea are a little bit short, I’ve thought that from day one and I think Chelsea will just fall short.”

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool overcame struggling Fulham in a 2-0 win and temporarily took top spot before City's victory over United. The Reds currently sit two points off the log leaders and look ready to live up to the expectations of being City's main opposition this season.

Third placed Chelsea played to a goalless draw against Liverpool's city rivals Everton as the Blues were missing their sharp edge higher up the field.

“They’re doing well, they’ve started the season well under Sarri and the football’s flowing and they look like they’re a happy bunch again. But I still think that if anyone can stop City, it can only be Liverpool.”

Neville also expressed that while he expects Liverpool to push City for the title, he sees the defending champions having too much in their locker for the Reds.

"The problem for Liverpool is that it doesn’t look like anyone can lay a glove on City, that’s the problem they’ve got."

“Liverpool have grown enormously in this last 12 to 18 months. The biggest change has been the defensive difference and the introduction of Van Dijk. The front three we’ve known about for 18 months, the introduction of Van Dijk has meant they look a formidable defensive team. With him there, they’ve got someone that can anchor the defence."

The Most Frightening Facts About Manchester City

Manchester City celebrate on their way to a 3-1 win over rivals Manchester United 

On Sunday Manchester City came away as the victors in a 3-1 win over fiercest rivals, Manchester United, in a match that not only showed the gulf in class between the two giants, but also how far ahead City are compared to the rest of the league.

In toppling United, champions City earned their seventh straight win in all competitions since their draw against title challengers Liverpool. 

Since their stalemate at Anfield, City have only failed to score three goals or more just once as Spurs were the only team to run them close.

Along with last night's match City have now scored a total of 26 goals in seven matches while conceding just 3.

As if that wasn't impressive enough, Manchester City have won 15 of the 18 matches they've played in so far this season and the world should be on notice of how exceptional Pep Guardiola's project at the Manchester club has been.

City may be just two points ahead of their closest title rivals, but what can't be denied is their dominance in the league as the Cityzens have been posting ridiculous numbers in the last few months.

April was the last time the defending champions lost a match in the league. That came in the form of their surprise come back loss against Manchester United, and since then City have put together an unbeaten run which stretches across 18 league matches where they've won 15 games scoring 52 goals and conceding just 8 in the process.

What's been most frightening about City in the current season is that even without their best player, with Kevin De Bruyne out injured, there seems to be little to no effect on the team's performances in his absence.

The Belgian was instrumental in City's Centurion title winning season as he was involved in nearly 30 goals scored by City last season. De Bruyne has been absent for most of this season and the fact City haven't lost a step in his absence sends out a message for the rest of the league.

In the 27 year-old's absence last summer's signing Bernardo Silva has slotted seamlessly into a midfield role and has been inspired form so far this season.

The Portuguese has shown his quality coming in from playing out wide and in the middle has shown his quality as he played an instrumental role in last night's win providing two assists.

This goes to show the difference between City and the rest of the big boys as their rivals have shown signs of being unable to maintain good performances when their best players are not in form or are unavailable.